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July 7th, 1904

Dr. W. J. Holland,
Carnegie Museum,
Pittsburg, Pa.

My dear Dr. Holland:-

When I received your annual Report a few days ago, and read of the work that has been done in the various departments of your Museum, I little thought that within so short a time one of your most enthusiastic, and able workers would be taken from you.

The report of Mr. Hatcher's death came like a thunder bolt from a clear sky, and it was a shock not only to his personal friends, but to all who knew him through his great work in the field of paleontology.  You have suffered a loss that it will take years to overcome.  It is especially hard that the blow should have come at the time when you were making much strides in your paleontological work.

I sympathize with you most earnestly in your loss, as does the whole scientific world, and I sincerely hope that you may be able to find some young man would will be as devoted to the interests of your Institution, and as earnest in his endeavors, as was our late friend.

Very sincerely yous,
(G.H.P.)